In a large Dutch oven, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, keeping the fat in the pot.
Pat beef chunks completely dry with paper towels. Working in batches, sear the beef in the hot bacon fat until deeply browned on all sides. Remove beef and set aside.
Toss the sliced carrot and onion into the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and toss to coat. Return the beef and bacon to the pot.
Pour in the entire bottle of red wine and beef stock to just cover the meat. Stir in the tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves. Cover tightly and transfer to a preheated oven at 325°F (165°C) for 2.5 to 3 hours.
Sauté mushrooms and pearl onions in butter in a separate skillet until golden. Stir them into the stew during the last 15 minutes of cooking. Discard herb sprigs and serve hot.
This classic Beef Bourguignon is the ultimate French comfort food made simple with tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef simmered in a rich red wine gravy.
Homestyle Chicken Curry
INGREDIENTS
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, chopped
2 large yellow onions, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
2 large tomatoes, pureed
2 tbsp curry powder
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp garam masala
1 cup canned coconut milk
2 tbsp cooking oil
Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat oil in a wide pan over medium-high heat. Sauté chopped onions until deep golden brown (about 8-10 minutes).
Add garlic and ginger; cook for 1 minute. Lower heat, stir in curry powder, turmeric, and cumin to toast them for 30 seconds.
Pour in tomato puree and cook for 5 minutes until the oil begins to separate from the sauce edges.
Add chicken pieces, coat thoroughly in the spice base, and cook for 5 minutes until the outside is sealed.
Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle boil. Cover and simmer on low for 20-25 minutes. Stir in the garam masala during the final 2 minutes, garnish with cilantro, and serve.
This authentic Chinese Chicken Curry features ultra-tender, velveted chicken thighs and crisp vegetables simmered in a fragrant, golden ginger-garlic sauce.
